Ham and cheese Scrambled egg

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Elevate your breakfast with these delicious ham and cheese scrambled eggs, a perfect way to use up leftover ham. This quick and easy recipe combines fluffy scrambled eggs, savory ham, and melted cheese for a satisfying morning meal. Not only does it give new life to your leftovers, but it also creates a nutritious and tasty start to your day.

This recipe creatively repurposes leftover ham, making it a star ingredient in a classic breakfast dish. The ham adds a savory depth to the scrambled eggs, while the cheese provides a creamy, melted richness. By combining simple ingredients in a quick and easy preparation, this dish transforms leftovers into a delightful and nutritious breakfast, reducing food waste and starting your day on a delicious note.

Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes

Total time: 20 minutes Yields: 4 serving

Ingredients

• 8 eggs, beaten

• ⅓ cup half and half

• salt and ground black pepper to taste

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• ½ cup chopped leftover cooked ham 

• 1 cup finely shredded Cheddar cheese or Mexican blend cheese

Directions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and half and half; salt and pepper until well combined.

2. Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped ham and cook until heated through, about 1 minute.

3. Pour egg mixture into the skillet. Cook and continuously stir until eggs are set but still moist, 3 to 5 minutes. 

4. Sprinkle the cheese over the eggs. Continue to cook and stir until the cheese is melted and well incorporated. 

5. Transfer the scrambled eggs to plates. Serve with toasted bread. Enjoy your delicious ham and cheese scrambled eggs!